Impactful Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging and meal benefits

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow at Westmead to collaborate with national and state stakeholders. The role focuses on epidemiology, qualitative insights, and policy-driven immunisation programs to improve uptake among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The Fellow will contribute to the NCIRS Immunisation Leadership Committee, translating data into culturally appropriate public health strategies, within a multidisciplinary research team.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health.
• Experience applying epidemiological methods to inform program decisions.
• Familiarity with statistical software (R/SAS/Stata).
• Demonstrated cultural and community connection with Aboriginal health.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with NCIRS National Indigenous Immunisation Lead and Engagement Officer.
• Consult with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector and stakeholders.
• Increase immunisation uptake in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Analyse immunisation data to inform policy development and program delivery.
• Contribute to leadership committee and cross-program collaboration.

Skills

Epidemiology methods

Qualitative research

Statistical software familiarity

Public health knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in epidemiology/biostatistics/public health

Tools

R

SAS

Stata

Job description

NSW Health is seeking an National Indigenous Immunisation Research Fellow at Westmead to collaborate with national and state stakeholders. The role focuses on epidemiology, qualitative insights, and policy-driven immunisation programs to improve uptake among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

The Fellow will contribute to the NCIRS Immunisation Leadership Committee, translating data into culturally appropriate public health strategies, within a multidisciplinary research team.